St. Louis woke up to a soggy, low-visibility start on Friday, April 24, as heavy rain and dense mist settled over the metro. Morning temperatures are hanging in the low 60s, with visibility trimmed to around 2 miles. There are still some pockets of heavier rain moving through, but most of the steady precipitation is expected to slide east by late morning.
Showers Taper This Morning
Showers and a few thunderstorms are forecast to move out of the area by mid- to late-morning on Friday, April 24, leaving behind mostly cloudy skies and an afternoon high near 76°F. Forecasters still peg the chance of scattered showers this afternoon at about 50 percent, and an isolated thunderstorm cannot be ruled out, with southwest winds around 5 to 9 mph. The National Weather Service St. Louis has the latest timing and updates.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday, April 25 is shaping up to be the pick of the week: dry, warm, and sunny, with a high near 78°F and overnight lows dipping into the mid-50s. On Sunday, April 26, expect partly sunny skies with a slight chance of a late afternoon shower and highs near 76°F. For more background on the system moving through the region, revisit our April 22 storm preview.
Watch Monday
The next meaningful chance for showers and thunderstorms arrives Monday, April 27, when increasing moisture is expected to boost storm coverage through the afternoon and evening. While the exact timing and extent of storms are still uncertain, forecasters note a heightened risk that some storms could turn strong to severe, so it is worth checking for updates before locking in outdoor plans Monday night. If storms organize, heavy rain and damaging wind would be the main concerns.
Plan Your Commute
For Friday morning, plan on a slower commute thanks to low visibility in mist and those pockets of heavier rain. Give yourself extra travel time and steer clear of any high water that may collect on roadways. Outdoor plans will fare best on Saturday or Sunday, when conditions should be most cooperative, but keep an eye on the forecast before any Monday evening events in case storms ramp up.
